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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part I, Chapters 5-8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What nickname do both the master of the estate and his male guest share?
(a) Rolf.
(b) Otto.
(c) Jules.
(d) Augie.

2. What is one notable pet peeve of the master of the estate?
(a) When others hum off-key when working.
(b) When others talk during meals.
(c) When others do not sing well enough to suit him.
(d) When others read over his shoulder.

3. How did the master of the estate grow up?
(a) Ignored; he was the youngest of many siblings.
(b) Impoverished; he lived on the streets.
(c) Lonely; he made no friends.
(d) Spoiled; he got everything he wanted.

4. At whom does Eduard lose his temper while making the new plans for the estate?
(a) A parson.
(b) A village girl.
(c) A captain.
(d) A beggar.

5. What event does the captain suggest must be celebrated in a special manner?
(a) Charlotte's birthday.
(b) The Captain's wedding.
(c) Ottilie's debutante ball.
(d) Eduard's homecoming.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the general content of the postscript of the headmistress's letter to the mistress of the estate?

2. What event leads Eduard to begin to be physically attracted to Ottilie?

3. What does the schoolmaster's second letter say about Ottilie, in general?

4. What personality trait is notable about Ottilie?

5. What is the name of the first character introduced in the novel?

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